MEDICAL ADVANCEMENTS

Engineered like no other orthopedic products available, the prosthetic implants used by Dr. Karas are designed for strength, function and comfort.

Each day, medical breakthroughs are improving the outlook for people in need of bone and joint care. Dr. Karas and his care team are helping push this progress with revolutionary products like Encore’s Reverse® Shoulder Prosthesis, Foundation® Total Shoulder System, Foundation® Fracture System..

Watch this page for details about new orthopedic goods, innovations and procedures that will help restore your mobility and quality of life.

The Reverse® Shoulder prosthesis is designed specifically for patients with severe shoulder arthritis and rotator cuff damage. (The rotator cuff is a group of tendons that attach the shoulder muscles to the arm.) Until now, there were limited surgical options for patients with severe deterioration of their shoulder joint. Conventional shoulder implants could not necessarily address both arthritis and rotator cuff damage. As a result, patients often had no choice but to endure pain and restricted shoulder function.

In a normal shoulder, the joint is supported by the muscles that surround the shoulder. In patients with severe rotator cuff damage, the joint can become unstable, severely restricting the patient’s range of motion. Over time, the out-of-balance joint can wear down the lubricating cartilage between the bones. Bone starts to rub against bone, causing the pain we know as osteoarthritis.

The Reverse® Shoulder prosthesis replaces the damaged joint. The metal-and-polyethylene implant mimics the anatomy of the natural shoulder but provides a deeper socket to stabilize the joint. The implant is designed to compensate for the damaged rotator cuff and relieve the painful symptoms of arthritis.

Thanks to the Reverse® Shoulder prosthesis, patients are often able to move their shoulder more freely and with much less pain.

To find out if the Reverse® Shoulder prosthesis is the right solution for you, contact Dr. Karas’ office today at (404) 778-7204 to schedule a consultation.